Classic !! This is her first time here and it is Big scientists restaurant with a good variety on the menu. The decor is a little bit old and outdated but it's definitely a comfortable place to come in and enjoy a meal with your family and friends. This restaurant was recommended by two separate people that I was talking to earlier today. They're very generous with their portion sizes and they offer lots of refills on your coffee if you enjoy having a cup of coffee with your meal. They also have a children's menu Under 12 were most items are under 8:50. It was much appreciated that they leave the jam and peanut butter selections on the tables. For desserts they offer things like cheesecake cream pie fruit pie pecan pie and your typical Jell-O pudding and ice cream and Sundays. They do have a small bar menu offering domestic and imported beers whiskey cocktails like yours and red and white wine Not too many Dinars these days offer liver and onions but this place did and it was very well done. They also have several different types of eggs benedict. The service was also very friendly and professional so thank you to the front and back staff for a job well done

Came with a large group and the place was packed. Their staff was not phased at all by our large number and they did their best to accommodate us. They spilt our group and placed us at different tables which was totally fine as we were more hungry vs wanting to wait so that we could sit together. Despite being at different tables in the restaurant, our server treated us like one big table, we all got our orders at the same time and we were finished at the same time. That was impressive as they were busy. Our server was not too busy to crack a few jokes and check on us regularly. All their staff was friendly and professional. It was so sweet to hear the staff greet some of their regular customers and know their orders. Food was great - they use real potatoes for their home fries and make their own burgers. Great experience and delicious food!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Homefries

A simple, homey diner style restaurant that serves diner standards at a reasonable price. I enjoyed the ambiance, and apparently so do many others as it was well-attended even in the middle of the day midweek. While the food wasn't Michelin-star quality, it's not meant to be. I'll definitely visit again for the friendly atmosphere and the delicious coffee!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 3
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Homefries
Vegetarian options
There were menu items that can definitely be made vegetarian, especially if you eat eggs and dairy.
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free parking lot
Parking
Probably 20 or so spots at the side of the restaurant; likely difficult to find parking during busy times.

Always enjoyed going here since we live down the street, but unfortunately since our previous visit, our experience was sadly not the best. We arrived at 1:50pm after learning the restaurant was closing at 3pm due to Victoria Day. Came to enjoy the patio with our dog but when we asked to sit outside, the staff did not want to take the time to unlock the patio furniture for us. The time it took for them to explain this to us, they could have simply grabbed the key and unlocked the padlock. We offered to set up our own chairs in the corner as it looked to us like a long cord just had to be wiggled out through the furniture; disappointing. By happy chance, we drove down to Skyway Diner on Plains Rd and had a wonderful time with friendly staff and delicious food on their patio.

Loved the food and atmosphere. Food was awesome and filling with great taste. We asked for many modifications and the staff was very courteous and accommodated everything we asked. The ambience was good and we were lucky to reach early and get a seat. We could see the place was always filled. We found it and visited by chance and we are gonna make this as our staple breakfast joint going forward.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Vegetarian options
Multiple veggies options.
Parking
Ample parking spots in the facility.
Kid-friendliness
Kid friendly menu and seating.
Wheelchair accessibility
Accessible entrance and nearby parking available.

Lovely family style diner restaurant and great pit stop on the way to Niagara Region. Extensive menu options, free coffee refills and great portion sizes. Overall 5/5 for the food. We had to wait a couple of minutes for a table (at noon) but not too long. My only small peeve was the waitress... she was impatient and not very friendly. Without any prompt she dropped over the bills and stood waiting with the card machine.. We felt a little rushed out of the place. Otherwise I would definitely recommend for a hearty breakfast experience!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Russell Williams Special, Grilled Cheese and Bacon, Grilled Cheese

Russell Williams is a Burlington staple! It’s my favourite place for breakfast and I can always count on it being delicious (their pancakes are a must ). I hope everyone keeps in mind that this a family owned restaurant and every restaurant is doing their best right now given current times/on and off restrictions. If you’re unhappy with provincial restrictions, I suggest taking it up with the Premier’s office and letting small businesses continue to do what they have to do to stay afloat. I for one am just grateful that they’re able to push through and keep their doors open for us, and I hope everyone continues to treat restaurant owners/staff with respect and kindness.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast

The All-Day Breakfast meals we ordered were absolutely amazing! I never knew hash browns can taste this good, and same with the breakfast burger. You can't go wrong with this place when it comes to great tasting food. The big chain breakfast and brunch restaurants have nothing on this place. Our compliments to the chef. They definitely know what they're doing.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4
Dietary restrictions
You can substitute bacon for turkey bacon instead.
Parking space
Somewhat difficult to find parking
Parking options
Free parking lot
Kid-friendliness
Family friendly restaurant

What a gem! The stand out here was the service. I can't remember being treated so well at any other place. Ok, the service was super duper, but what about the food? Food was terrific too! I had the Russel Williams special. Which is quite simply a bit of everything they serve! So good! Coffee was great, and it seemed to be a challenge by the server for me to get to the bottom of the mug. She was by so often to top up the mug, there was no way to get to the bottom. PS I will be awake for a while. Dining room had a classic feel to it, and was clean and roomy. They have these enormous booths that are awesome. I'll be back, I would recommend this place no problem!

Great food, generous portions and great price. Server “Stacey”was awesome always smiling , offering coffee refills and checking with us frequently even when restaurant was packed on “family day” !!! Unfortunately the hostess at the front was not friendly , not smiling, rude at times with guests waiting for a table and not welcoming- she was only nice to seniors. She ruined the overall atmosphere as we were sitting at the booth by the front doors! Please provide coaching to that employee Will definitely return!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$20–30
Parking
Good parking options. Thanks!

Went for a late brunch at this Burlington/Aldershot landmark on the weekend. Russell Williams has been around since the 1950's. It's won tons of local awards for the best breakfast and I had to try it. Honestly...its was alright. The service was acceptable..not overly friendly but just enough not to get disappointed. Our breakfasts were tasty but the wife's eggs were undercooked. Coffee was hot but no table checks or refills unless I asked. After asking for a refill, we were given a bill. I guess I didn't want anything else...very much a 3 star experience.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast

Great Environment! Tasty! Smells great!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Russell Williams Special, Pancakes, Fries
Vegetarian options
Has Vegie burgers
Dietary restrictions
Good if youre on a diet
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free parking lot
Parking
Tons of Parking
Kid-friendliness
Has a Kids menu, nice environment for kids
Wheelchair accessibility
Should be easy to enter for wheelchairs

I revisited Russel Williams Family Restaurant recently and, despite the consistently delicious Canadian cuisine, my experience was marred by subpar service. While the food remains a highlight with its authentic flavors, my last visit left me inclined to adjust my rating from 5 stars to 4. The inviting atmosphere couldn’t compensate for the disappointing service encountered this time.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Russell Williams Special

Our server was wonderful and the banquet burger and sweet potato fries that I had was delicious. Everyone else that I was with loved their meals too. Hot beef sandwich with fries and fish and chips. The only uncomfortable thing about our visit was how hot it was in the restaurant. It wasn't a hot day so I was shocked to feel how warm it was in there.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Banquet Burger

Family run restaurant for several generations. Great home style cooking with good selection of foods. Waitress was fantastic. Great sense of humor. Didn't get her name unfortunately but I will be back. Parking on site but fills up fast. Not sure of other parking close by. Try it, you won't be sorry.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$40–50
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Pancakes
Wheelchair accessibility
Yes.

Quality of food has declined over the years and the hours are terrible. Would not recommend. You will be better off driving a few kilometres and going to Rose Garden.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 3
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 1
Parking space
Somewhat difficult to find parking
Parking options
Free parking lot
Parking
Sometimes you need to park across the street at the RBC lot on busy weekends.

Great food, wonderful staff, and a decent location. The only thing to look out for is that the seating can be tight, and weekend mornings are packed, so be prepared to wait. I've been going here for years, and it's become a family tradition love this place
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Russell Williams Special, Pancakes, Homefries, Fries, Grilled Cheese

Best breakfast place on this planet! I always get pancakes with whipped cream and a side of home fries. These pancakes are home made pancakes, the real deal! The home fries are the best thing around. I moved to Ottawa a few years ago and I miss this place so much and wish everyday that there was one where I live now, I would go there everyday if there was! Please come to Ottawa
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4

Great service, awesome vibe waitress was very friendly. Everyone I was with loved their food, my burger was a bit pink inside and they instantly offered to make a new one without hesitation but I opted to eat it as the chef said it was grade A Chuck, and I didn’t want to delay everyone else at my table. Overall fantastic - will return.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Just a classic in Aldershot. Always for Breakfast. Huge portions and they are right there to refill your coffee without hovering. Consistantly the best.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Russell Williams Special
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free parking lot

This place has a nice home-y feel to it. Their menu has a good selection of breakfast and lunch items and taste great (at least the ones we've tried). Im also glad they are open till late in the day. The servers are very nice and friendly. I highly recommend this restaurant.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Very friendly staff, terrible food. The turkey was freezer burned and the mixed veggies seem to be canned. I'm sure if we had said something they would have offer to something else, but it was easier to just get go. Definitely a spot for a much older clientele.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 2
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 3

There’s nothing we love more than a great hearty (verging on greasy spoon) breakfast and Russell Williams offers just that! We just enjoyed eating here for our second time (we live 2.5 hours away) and it didn’t disappoint!! Friendly efficient service - large and delicious portions of basic good food! Highly recommend for breakfast!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

We split the grilled cheese benedict and it was AMAZING. So tasty. Their menu is a little pricy but the quality matches the price. I was pleased when our waters came with no straws and I saw that that was the norm in the restaurant. Even with a full restaurant our meal came in 16 minutes. Clearly they deserve all the awards lining their walls

Let me first declare I am a vegetarian, don’t get confused based on the pic. We went there with some of our friends, I had cheese sandwich with lemonade. Its a good place to have breakfast in the summer, you can enjoy the patio with group of friends and family.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20

Great place to go to. Breakfast is really good. Quite busy at weekends. Live close by so can call in anytime.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 4
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Gravy, Liver and Onions, Homefries, Hamburger & Fries

Best Breakfast place in Burlington. The staffs are very friendly, less wait time and tasty food! Worth for the money ! Kid friendly meals available. Must try place if you are in Burlington.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20
Recommended dishes
Russell Williams Special

Excellent food and service. Decor reminiscent of 70’s cafe. Endless cup of coffee. Homemade home fries. One of the best Eggs Benedict I’ve had so far!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Homefries

Visited here for all the good reviews, and I was a bit disappointed. The food was tasty, but the portion of the chicken fingers was absolutely small. The server was very nice though.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 3
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Out of towners’, we thought we’d try a local business. Dog friendly patio. The omelettes were great. The cocktail was nice too :)
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 4
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 3
Recommended dishes
Homefries and Toast

Was looking for a place that served liver and onions well I found it made just perfect it was the best My compliments to the cook I will definitely be getting g it on a regular basis Thanks again for a great meal
Service
Take out
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5

Have been many times, the food and service are always great. Enjoyed the chicken BLT for lunch. Prices are very reasonable. They have excellent breakfast dishes as well!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4

Best breakfast place I’ve ever been. The staff are very friendly and the dishes will gonna remind you of what it feels like being at “home”. The serving is gigantic and in a very reasonable price. There’s just a bit of a wait before you can sit because it really gets crowded. Worth the wait though.

Real place with good service and good breakfast menu Everything is homemade and i love the authenticity! Good coffee!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Parking space
Plenty of parking

I had the salmon eggs benedict. Classic. Exactly what you would expect. The home fries are good, eggs are runny, patio seating was nice, kind servers, great location. I believe this is the best location between GTA and small towns west. I'd come back again! Great pit stop. More

Reubens are amazing! Have lived in Birlington nearly whole life and had never been there. What a great diner experience! Definitely returning to try more of the menu.
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

18 people attended after a funeral service, no reservations, but welcomed like family and much appreciated, staff called in early to assist
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$30–40
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4

A little pricey but the food was definitely on point for the price. Comfort food served Canadian style.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Gravy, Fries

Cozy family atmosphere. Great food and great service. Every time we coming, feeling like we want to stay more.
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Russell Williams Special

Came from out of town for work and stopped in for breakfast with my coworker. We had the most delicious breakfast. Both ordered the classic breakfast with Bacon. Everything was super tasty and cooked perfectly. Waitress staff were friendly, and our food was served quickly.

Used to be THE place to go for breakfast! Now like most restaurants in Canada, the prices have dramatically increased but on our last visit we were all disappointed in the food and would rate it 3 or 3.5 out of 5.
Food: 3
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 3

Classic diner! Everything you could want from a legit greasy spoon. Reasonable prices and huge quantities. My first time visiting and I will certainly be back if I find myself in the area again.
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4

Definitely an authentic Canadian diner in a suburban neighborhood. My friend took me to this place and I had a good experience; the service was prompt, the food was hearty and delicious. I would love to be a regular if it were close to my place.

Classic breakfast dishes that have stayed consistently delicious for years! The pancakes are like no other and I swear by their eggs Benny (best I've had at any restaurant). Great for families and friends getting together. The servers are

We had a lovely lunch here. We came in with 4 kids and although they were busy they found a place for us. Our server was wonderful, however apparently the manager didn't like that they'd moved tables together for our big party and waited

This is the type of restaurant you keep looking forward to. It has its own history and tradition, the dishes are proven, set according to the customers' taste. You will find many regular customers here. The menu is traditional and the

Had the eggs Benedict. The home fries were undercooked and not crispy enough. The peameal bacon was thick and undercooked in the middle. I think Benedict should be made with bacon. The restaurant is not accessible to wheelchair. More

This is probably the best omelette I've ever ordered. I got the BYO with spinach, onions, and back bacon. Added a side of farmer's sausage and turkey sausage. Very impressed. I will most certainly order from here again.

Good place overall. The food is the typical diner greasy type and it's plentiful. The cost is minimal and for the money it is great. Taste wise and flavor it is ok. The restaurant was very full when we went there.

Enjoyed breakfast with my buddy. Prices were very reasonable. I recommend visiting but get there early. Limited parking available.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20

Not overly impressed. We waited in a line outside the door for below average food. Servers are friendly, but the food sucks. Eggs and potatoes were raw. Good coffee. Nice food presentation. I️ won’t come back.

This is our first time here, and our server was CJ who was amazing and very accommodating to our needs. The food portions are big and very rich in flavour. Would surely recommend this for a family visit !

This restaurant hold so many special memories of my childhood. My family were Sunday regulars and now my husband and I enjoy breakfast here together in 2023. The best comfort food.
Food: 5

Came there with friends driving back from Niagara as we heard about the place. Excellent breakfast, from the steak & eggs, omelettes and pancakes. Wish we had this place back home. More

Russell Williams Family Restaurant was a great place to stop for a quick food. It's amazing they are offering food since 1932! Next time, I'd like to try their breakfast menu!

I drive from hamilton to Burlington for their breakfast. No doubt the best eggs Benedict you’re going to find around here. The best. Classic, done well. Delicious home fries.

Vintage brunch spot. Try this once and have a feel of it. Tried Eggs Florentine. Nice staff.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$10–20

Our new favourite breakfast diner! Excellent quality & tasty food with friendly staff and reasonable prices.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

The service was super kind, thank you for the delicious food, definitely recommend, see you guys next time
Service
Take out
Meal type
Lunch

Celebrated my birthday brunch here , very friendly service and most importantly loved the food , classic food !!! Great on menu , many breakfast options.

Food was amazing, really good portions. Staff was very friendly, had a great time with the family.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Russell Williams never disappoints, a lovely home style breakfast lunch and dinner spot in the heart of Aldershot. Incredible meals and fair pricing.

Awesome people and food! We got variety of food and all were good… defiantly, will go again but not sure if I pick any from the kids menu.

A quiet, old town feeling when dining in this restaurant. The food is simple and reminds you of 20 years ago when bottomless coffee and a

Thank you Russell Williams Family Restaurant for recognizing Remembrance Day today with your patrons at 11:00. LEST WE FORGET More

Lovely little family restaurant. We love going there for brunch. The staff are very friendly and make us feel at home every time.

Loved this little breakfast restaurant, steak and eggs were perfect. All the other dishes we had I was told were also great. More

Awesome experience with my family. Large portions, large booths, home-style wholesome foods. Definately will come again!

Always amazing. Always tasty. Always. But don’t go, I don’t want it to get more crowded …
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Love going here for breakfast. It's like being at home.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5